Parallels Access

I've been using the
previous version of this product for some time now, but this latest release
offers a new twist on remote access by making operations such as launching apps
and files a one-click operating.

Facebook login integration lets users log in
quickly and easily.

Ability to launch desktop applications with a
single tap right from the home screen of an Android device.

A new file browser lets iOS users quickly
browse and open files on their remote computer using Parallels Access.

Desktop applications that use a microphone can
now be used with the microphone on your iOS tablet or smartphone.

Ability to change screen resolution for best
fit for different types of devices.

RealVNC

VNC, or Virtual
Network Computing, isn’t itself a product, but an open-source remote control
and display technology that’s implemented by a number of products. One of the
best products is RealVNC, which offers a lot of pro-level features as well as
viewers for platforms such as Android and iOS.

Price: Free version available along with personal
and enterprise licenses.

Platforms: Connect to PC or Mac from iOS or Android
devices.

Published: January 9, 2015 -- 15:17 GMT (07:17 PST)

Caption by: Adrian Kingsley-Hughes

Windows Remote Desktop

Windows Remote Desktop
is the remote access software built into the Windows operating system. No
additional download is necessary to use the program within Windows, and there's
a free download for those on Mac who want to connect to Windows PCs.

Platforms: Connect to a PC running Windows Mac or Linux
(needs the Google Chrome browser installed along with the extension) from
virtually any device running the Chrome browser, including Chromebooks.

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Parallels Access

I've been using the
previous version of this product for some time now, but this latest release
offers a new twist on remote access by making operations such as launching apps
and files a one-click operating.

Facebook login integration lets users log in
quickly and easily.

Ability to launch desktop applications with a
single tap right from the home screen of an Android device.

A new file browser lets iOS users quickly
browse and open files on their remote computer using Parallels Access.

Desktop applications that use a microphone can
now be used with the microphone on your iOS tablet or smartphone.

Ability to change screen resolution for best
fit for different types of devices.